Visit Soomaa – learn all about the wilderness capital of Estonia!
At Balttour 2025, Green Riverland Partnership and Soomaa Tourism Association wil present the opportunities to experience the wilderness capital of Estonia with numerous nature trails, local food and drink spots, enjoy cultural heritage listed by UNESCO and many more.
Soomaa region is a versatile destination for all seasons – staying at small guesthouses, enjoying locally sourced food and drink, depending on the season either go canoeing or kick sledding across the wetlands. Soomaa National Park in Estonia (a three-hour drive from Riga) is a must-see for all nature enthusiasts. Visit local museums, take part in cooking sessions or cultural workshops, venture out to the nearby small towns and more!
Go on guided walks or night safaris, enjoy wildlife tracking, foraging and wilderness meals – Sooma offers a diverse range of opportunities:
• Canoeing, bogwalking, snowshoeing, kicksledding, SUP-boarding;
• Dugout canoe culture listed by UNESCO, local museums, guided walks
• Spa and saunas, wild swimming
• Pick apples and pet alpacas, taste vines and local vegetables
• From wild berries and mushrooms to award-winning ciders and fine condiments, tastings and workshops by local small producers, ethnic cuisine
Green Riverland Partnership is a LEADER Action Group operating in the area of Soomaa. Visit Soomaa is an association of local tourism partners in and around Soomaa National Park in southwestern Estonia. Soomaa is certified by EUROPARC as a sustainable destination. Soomaa Tourism Association is the local network of nature guides, farmers and hospitality service providers – most of them long-standing family-run businesses.
Find out more:
https://joemaa.ee/in-english/
https://www.visitsoomaa.ee/en/
instagram.com/visitsoomaa
facebook.com/VisitSoomaa